Irani Coconut Laddu

Irani Coconut Laddu brings together two threads of mithai history: ancient Indian laddus and Bengal’s coconut confections. Coconut laddus (Bengali narkel naru) are long-standing festival sweets across Bengal, made from coconut and sweeteners and shaped by hand; accounts and recipes highlight their deep cultural presence during pujas and celebrations. Meanwhile, laddus themselves trace back millennia in the subcontinent’s culinary record. MithaiCana’s own Irani Coconut Laddu frames this piece as a fusion—rooted in Iranian culinary influence and lovingly embraced in Bengal—crafted with coconut, condensed milk, and cardamom.

Expect a soft, creamy bite from coconut bound with sweetened condensed milk, balanced by warm cardamom and a gentle chew. The round, snow-capped appearance—often rolled in fine coconut for a delicate finish—makes it elegant for gifting and dessert platters. Using condensed milk delivers a rich, unified texture in minutes while preserving clean coconut flavor accented with cardamom.

Irani Coconut Laddu is best enjoyed fresh within a day at room temperature. If refrigerated, it can stay fresh for 3-5 days. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. If refrigerated, allow it to come to room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving to experience its optimal texture and flavor.

Fresh coconut, sweetened condensed milk, cardamom.